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title: "CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000766057"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-27"
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# CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000766057

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council has successfully completed the procurement stage for a Framework Agreement titled "CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement". This procurement, conducted via a selective, restricted procedure, focuses on providing consultancy services for heat network feasibility studies in Edinburgh, aligning with general public services in the region UKM75. Key milestones include the contract award stage, which was formalised on 20 May 2025. The framework is set to evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of heat network projects in identified zones across the city, with an indicative series of 12 to 15 studies planned over its duration.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for firms in the engineering and consultancy sectors, particularly those with experience in infrastructure and energy systems. Large organisations, such as Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, WSP UK Ltd, and AECOM Limited, have already been awarded participation in the framework, highlighting the suitability for well-established companies. However, small and medium enterprises with relevant expertise and financial standing can also benefit by demonstrating their technical capabilities and experience through competitive processes. The framework's emphasis on quality and innovation could provide a platform for growth, allowing businesses to engage actively with a major UK local authority and explore future projects in environmental and sustainable energy infrastructures.

## Notice

The City of Edinburgh Council is looking to develop a Framework Agreement consisting of heat network feasibility study consultants.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council is looking to develop a Framework Agreement consisting of heat network feasibility study consultants. The Council have identified 17 prospective heat network zones in Edinburgh. To support the development of heat networks in multiple zones, we wish to commission feasibility studies providing more detailed information on the opportunity in each zone. The core purpose and focus of the studies is to assess whether a potential heat network project is technically feasible and economically viable. The studies produced are not expected to consider the commercial model to be used to deliver the heat network, or to deliver an outline business case. It is envisioned that the areas subject to feasibility studies would generally be aligned to zone boundaries, however in some cases the Council may specify a study area covering more than one zone, or alternatively part of a zone. As such, we envisage that there will be up to 12 to 15 studies undertaken over the full Framework Agreement period, however this should be treated as indicative only.

Renewal: The Council wishes to hold the option to extend for up to 24 months, undertaken at the sole discretion of the Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533448 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 May 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | If the full contract period is undertaken, this requirement shall likely be re-tendered in early to mid 2028. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | £600,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £600,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | AECOM; OVE ARUP & PARTNERS; WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 09300000 - Electricity, heating, solar and nuclear energy
- 09323000 - District heating
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533448
- 4 Jul 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL509191

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL509191
  CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement - The City of Edinburgh Council is looking to develop a Framework Agreement consisting of heat network feasibility study consultants.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533448
  CT1367 - Heat Network Feasibility Studies Framework Agreement - The City of Edinburgh Council is looking to develop a Framework Agreement consisting of heat network feasibility study consultants.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000766057
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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